The lyrics
of the Himno Nacional Argentino (the national anthem of Argentina) were written by Vicente López y Planes and the music was composed by Blas Parera. This song was adopted as the national anthem in May 11, 1813, three years before the formal declaration of independence from Spain. The 11th of May is, therefore, the Anthem Day in Argentina. Its performance is mandatory in all official events and
the attendance is expected to stand up and sing it.

Argentina
National Anthem Lyrics

English Translation

Mortals!
Hear the sacred cry;

Freedom! Freedom! Freedom!

Hear the noise of broken chains.

See noble Equality
enthroned.

The United Provinces of the South

Have now displayed their worthy throne.

And the free
peoples of the world reply;

We salute the great people of Argentina!

(repeat)

And the free peoples
of the world reply;

We salute the great people of Argentina!

(repeat previous two lines)

CHORUS

May the laurels be eternal

That we knew how to win.

Let us live crowned with glory,

Or swear
to die gloriously.

(repeat three times)

Lyrics: Vincente López y Planes, 1813

Music: Blas Parera,
1813

Adopted: 1813

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